ORIS 

Oris was founded in 1904 by Paul Cattin and Georges Christian in Hölstein, Switzerland. The company quickly grew to become the largest employer in the area, expanding with multiple factories across Switzerland. After the death of Georges Christian in 1927, Oscar Herzog took over as General Manager and led the company for 43 years. Under Herzog’s leadership, Oris navigated industry regulations that limited technological advancement, but by 1968, Oris had developed its Calibre 652, earning high accuracy accolades. 

The Quartz Crisis of the 1970s led Oris to focus solely on mechanical watches, a decision that was validated with the launch of the Calibre 581 in 1991. Oris continued innovating with watches like the Worldtimer and its patented depth gauge in diving watches. Notable collaborations, such as with Williams F1 and the launch of special pilot’s watches, further cemented Oris as a leading Swiss watchmaker. 

Today, Oris remains independent and is committed to sustainability, as reflected in its recent reports and initiatives. 

ORIS - Big Crown Collection 

Introduced in 1938, the Oris Big Crown is one of the brands signature designs. This stylish pilot watch continues to inspire the collection. With their robust construction, legible dials, and reliable movements, the Oris Big Crown watches are ideal companions for adventurers and aviation enthusiasts alike. To view additional models visit our storefront.

ORIS - "Going our own way for 120yrs"

ORIS 
Big Crown 
ProPilot Big 
Automatic Watch 
Ref. 01 751 7761 4065-07 6 20 07LC 

Double Box & Papers! 

Presenting an exceptional timepiece: the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Big Date Automatic Wristwatch, reference 01 751 7761 4065-07 6 20 07LC, dated from 2024. 

This self-winding watch is powered by the Oris Caliber 751 (based on SW220-1), featuring 26 jewels, a sweep-second hand, an enlarged date window with a quick-set date function, date corrector, fine timing device, and stop-seconds. It offers a 38-hour power reserve, a precision rate of 28,800 vibrations per hour, and is proudly Swiss-made. 

The watch is housed in a 41mm multi-piece stainless steel case with an engraved fixed bezel design and a stainless steel screwed display case back with mineral glass. It is protected by a domed scratchproof sapphire crystal on both sides, with anti-reflective coating on the inside. Water-resistant to 100 meters (330 feet / 10 ATM / 10 bar), it features an original screw-down crown for added durability.  

The dial is a stunning sunburst blue, with luminous white Arabic numerals, a white minute track, and matching luminous hands for excellent legibility. The enlarged date window is positioned at the 3 o’clock mark, completing the clean, functional design. The dial is signed with the Oris logo at the top and "BIG CROWN PROPILOT" at the bottom.  

This timepiece comes with a brown leather two-piece strap, and it comes with the original double box and papers.  

In excellent condition, this Oris Big Crown ProPilot is running smoothly and keeping precise time—a perfect blend of form and function.

Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers. 

Movement: 
Oris 
751  
26 Jewels 
Swiss Made 

Case Markings: 
Oris Swiss 
Big Crown Pro Pilot 
Stainless Steel 
WR 10 BAR / 100M
7697  
37 09455 

Measurements (mm): 
Case 41  
Case w/Crown 44.4  
Case Lug to Lug 59.2    
Case Thickness 12.4  
Lug Width 20  
Band Width 20    

Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.  

We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that. 

The condition is pre-owned.  
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have. 

It will be carefully packed. 

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Thank you for looking! 

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